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gunsmithing
A gunsmith is a person who repairs, modifies, designs, or builds guns. The occupation differs from an armorer, who usually replaces only worn parts in standard firearms. Gunsmiths do modifications and changes to a firearm that may require a very high level of craftsmanship, requiring the skills of a top-level machinist, a very skilled woodworker, and even an engineer. Gunsmiths perform factory-level repairs and renovations to restore a well-used or deteriorated firearms to new condition. They may make alterations to adapt sporting guns to better fit the individual shooter that may require extensive modifications to the firearm's stocks and metal parts. Repairs and redesigns may require fabrication and fitting of unavailable parts and assemblies constructed by smiths themselves. Gunsmiths may also renew metal finishes or apply decorative carvings or engravings to guns. Many gun shops offer gunsmithing service on the premises.
An idea I am working on got me to thinking about this. I have a few books on gunsmith (general and specific to a type), but I would be interested in reading more on the subject.
So what books would you recommend on the topic? It can be on any aspect of the trade and any firearm type, as long...
Built by the guys brimstone gunsmithing out of camas, fired about 300 rounds through it with a few issues that have been dealt with by brimstone. Want to get another arsenal, only reason im selling it. Interordinance with tungsten/ black mix cerakote, has a Zhukov-s stock and Midwest Industries...
Does anyone near Seattle have a bit of CerroSafe and a little expertise to help me cast and measure my leade/chamber? There is beer in it for you; just would rather get a pro to help than fill my action full of metal. Full disclosure: Lever Action Henry, so a funnel of some sort would be...
Is scope ring lapping recommended for any/all scopes, or is this primarily reserved for high-end optics and 1000 yard rifles? Is it worth the trouble for a 100 yard plinker?
Is it possible to lap anodized aluminum rings without ruining them?
Your thoughts are greatly appreciated,
Well, it is still warm, but we're starting to see the change to Fall here. I thought I'd toss this out for discussion: any Autumn plans? Hunting excursions? Competitions? Gunsmithing projects to while away those rainy days?
Cheers. :)
The other day I was discussing the mechanism of my .22 Colt Peacemaker to my fiance, as she was feeling a bit pensive about using it. I guess resetting the hammer without setting anything off made her nervous.
Well, I realized during that conversation that my interest in firearms didn't come...
Can anyone recommend a gunsmith with 1911 experience in eugene/surrounding areas to put a bobtail on my ruger commander? not wanting to travel out of state nor go clear across state either and i don't feel comfortable mailing my 1911. I've tried to set something up with Sheperd Arms in...
Interested in a good school for gunsmithing, like a lot of guys I think this would make a great retirement job, any suggestions and experiences? Thanks upfront.
Ken
I do my own amateur gunsmithing and I know things can happen. But this is too much !
I hate writing this but as more time goes by and the more finish that comes off our toys the angrier I get.
I did a search to find if others have had the same experience as we did with a certain gun shop.
I...
Hello! I am very interested in turning my love for firearms into a new trade and currently looking for a Gunsmithing Apprenticeship and or AR-15 building in the Wilsonville area (or not to far away) and wanted to ask the folks here if they could suggest some leads for me to pursue. I work as a...